Russian Drone Hits Ukraine's SBU Security HQ in Kyiv
· World · France 24, CNN, BBC News
A Russian drone struck the headquarters of Ukraine's SBU security service in Kyiv on Friday afternoon, injuring five people, President Volodymyr Zelensky said. Zelensky stated the drone was aimed directly at the SBU building, marking a notable escalation targeting a sensitive Ukrainian intelligence facility. The strike followed a series of recent Russian aerial attacks on the Ukrainian capital. Kyiv's air defences have been under sustained pressure as Russia continues its campaign of long-range drone and missile strikes against Ukrainian cities. No immediate Russian comment was reported on the specific targeting of the SBU headquarters.
Why it matters
A direct hit on Ukraine's security service HQ in the heart of Kyiv signals a sharp escalation in Russian targeting of state intelligence infrastructure, raising risks for personnel and operations and signalling Moscow's intent to strike symbolic government sites.
Read the original report — France 24
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